Senior Maintenance Operative
| Posting date: | 12 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £35,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 June 2026 |
| Location: | Senior Maintenance Operative |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ambitions Personnel |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HAH/1205262-15500 |
Summary
Senior Maintenance Operative
Midlands
Full-time | Permanent
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Maintenance Operative to work across social housing properties throughout the Midlands.
This is not a standard multi-trade role. You will be responsible for attending jobs that involve complaints, failed inspections, or works requiring a higher level of skill and attention to detail. The successful candidate will be trusted to resolve issues to a high standard — first time.
When complaint or remedial work is not required, you will take on a senior role within the team, supporting quality control and larger project delivery.
Key Responsibilities• Resolve tenant complaints professionally and effectively
• Inspect and sign off completed works to ensure quality standards are met
• Lead larger maintenance and refurbishment projects when required
• Complete high-quality bathroom and kitchen installations
• Undertake mould treatment and preventative works
• Manage full void property refurbishments
• Carry out painting and decorating to a high standard
• Diagnose complex maintenance issues and provide long-term solutions
Requirements
• Strong skills across multiple trades including carpentry, plumbing, tiling, and decorating
• Previous experience working within social housing
• Ability to identify and rectify poor workmanship to a high standard
• Experience inspecting works or leading projects is desirable
• Confident working in occupied properties and dealing with tenants
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of jobs
• Full UK driving licence essential
What’s Offered
• Company vehicle and fuel card (where applicable)
• Long-term, stable employment
• Opportunity to progress into a senior and trusted position
Benefits
• Company pension
• Referral programme
Work Location: On the road
If you take pride in your work, lead by example, and can be relied upon to resolve issues properly, we’d like to hear from you.
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